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Dr. Yoongon Ryu
Aesthetic Medicine Specialist
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Professional extraction clears blocked pores immediately, but comedones can refill within 2 to 6 weeks without a maintenance plan, so before-and-after results are individual.
Acne extraction before and after photos usually show pores looking visibly clearer right after a session, because blackheads and whiteheads are physically removed. That visible change is real but individual, and comedones can refill within 2 to 6 weeks, so lasting improvement depends on a doctor-guided plan rather than extraction alone.
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Acne extraction is a manual procedure in which a trained provider clears blocked pores, removing blackheads (open comedones) and whiteheads (closed comedones) with sterile instruments. The before-and-after difference people notice most is immediate: once a clogged pore is emptied, the surface looks smoother and the dark or raised spot is gone. This is why many patients are struck by their own photos straight after a session.
The honest part of any before-and-after is what it does not capture. Extraction treats the comedones present that day; it does not stop your skin from producing oil or shedding cells, so new comedones form over the following weeks. Studies note that blackheads often refill 2 to 6 weeks after extraction. A genuine before-and-after over months therefore reflects an ongoing plan, not a single dramatic session.
Reberry Clinic is a dermatology clinic, and extraction is performed by the clinic’s doctors as one part of a wider acne treatment approach. The clinic serves international patients across three Seoul-area locations (Gangnam, Myeongdong, Incheon Airport) with English-speaking support, and sets realistic expectations about what extraction can and cannot change for your skin.
Professional extraction uses sterile instruments such as a comedone extractor (a small loop applied with even pressure) and, where appropriate, a gentle incision to release a closed comedone, all under clean conditions. The pore is cleared in a controlled way that limits trauma to the surrounding skin, which is the key difference from squeezing at home, where uneven force can rupture the follicle wall and push debris deeper.
Because home squeezing is the main cause of post-inflammatory marks and scarring, having extraction done correctly is what protects a good before-and-after over time. At Reberry Clinic, extraction is usually combined with other steps in a personalized plan, which may include laser treatment for oil and texture or topical routines, so the result reflects the whole plan rather than extraction in isolation.
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A doctor reviews your acne type and grade and decides which of the lesions present are suitable for extraction that day.
The skin is cleansed and, in many cases, softened with steam or a prep step for around 5 to 10 minutes so pores open.
Comedones are cleared with sterile tools using even pressure across the 1 or more areas being treated, avoiding deep inflamed cysts.
A calming or antibacterial step follows; mild redness usually settles within a few hours to 1 day.
Because comedones can refill in 2 to 6 weeks, the doctor sets a follow-up and home routine so the before-and-after holds.
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An English-language consultation assesses your acne type and grade and decides whether extraction suits you now or alongside other steps.
After cleansing and prep, the doctor clears suitable comedones; a focused session commonly takes around 20 to 40 minutes.
A single session fits a short Seoul trip, though most acne benefits from a plan over several visits or follow-up from home.
Pores look clearer the same day; preventing new comedones over the next 2 to 6 weeks depends on your routine.
Gentle cleansing, sun protection and any prescribed actives help keep results; the doctor schedules review as needed.
It usually shows pores looking visibly clearer the same day, because blackheads and whiteheads are physically removed. The immediate change is genuine but individual. Longer-term improvement depends on a plan, as comedones can refill in 2 to 6 weeks, which the team explains during your acne treatment consultation.
No, extraction clears the comedones present that day but does not stop new ones forming, so it is not a one-time fix. Skin keeps producing oil and shedding cells, refilling some pores within weeks. Lasting results come from pairing extraction with a wider acne treatment plan mapped at your assessment.
People with visible blackheads or whiteheads are usually good candidates, while deep inflamed cysts are not extracted because squeezing them risks marks. A doctor decides which lesions are suitable on the day. Candidacy is confirmed during a consultation about your wider acne plan before anything is done.
Most people feel mild pressure and brief discomfort as each pore is cleared, which is generally well tolerated. Sensitivity depends on the area and how inflamed the skin is. The clinic works gently and avoids deep inflamed lesions, and your comfort is reviewed before and during the session.
Downtime is usually minimal; mild redness or small marks can appear and typically settle within a few hours to a day. You can normally return to your day afterward with gentle care. This makes it practical for travelers fitting a session into a short Seoul itinerary.
You see clearer pores immediately, since the comedones are removed during the session itself. Preventing new ones over the following 2 to 6 weeks is where your home routine and any follow-up matter. The timeline for your skin is mapped during the assessment so expectations stay realistic.
The cleared pores stay clear until new comedones form, which can begin within 2 to 6 weeks depending on your skin and oil production. That is why extraction is paired with maintenance. Realistic longevity is individualized at consultation rather than promised as a fixed duration for everyone.
Many people benefit from a short series rather than one session, because acne is ongoing and new comedones keep appearing. The doctor recommends a number based on your grade and response. A combined plan is often more effective than repeated extraction alone, which is discussed during your assessment.
Yes, extraction is often combined with topicals and light-based options for better, longer-lasting results. Clearing comedones first can also help other treatments work. The clinic may pair it with laser treatment for oil and texture as part of a tailored plan after assessment.
Done professionally under clean conditions, extraction is generally low-risk, and avoiding home squeezing is the key to preventing scars. Uneven force at home can rupture follicles and leave marks. Deeply inflamed cysts are not squeezed; the clinic’s doctors select only suitable lesions to protect your skin.
Extraction gives immediate pore clearing, lasers target oil, redness and texture over a course, and topicals prevent new comedones over time. They address different parts of acne and often work best together. Compare options like laser treatment with the team to build the right plan.
Gentle cleansing, daily sun protection and any prescribed actives help keep pores clear and prevent marks. Avoid picking or squeezing, which undoes the benefit and risks scarring. A simple skin care routine, given in writing, lets you protect your before-and-after from home.
Yes, when technique is adjusted, extraction suits a wide range of skin types, and avoiding trauma is especially important for darker tones prone to post-inflammatory marks. The clinic’s doctors tailor pressure and selection accordingly. Your suitability is confirmed at the assessment before any extraction is performed.
No, home squeezing is the main cause of post-acne marks and scarring, because uneven force ruptures the follicle and pushes debris deeper. Professional extraction clears pores in a controlled way. If you have stubborn comedones, a clinic visit protects your skin far better than picking at home.
Yes, Reberry Clinic serves international patients with English-speaking support across three Seoul-area locations, including one near Incheon Airport. You can be assessed and treated on your trip and supported with a routine afterward. Message us on WhatsApp to plan a visit and discuss your acne goals.
A single extraction session takes well under an hour, so even a short trip works for an initial visit. Because acne benefits from ongoing care, the team plans follow-up around your itinerary or supports you from abroad. Your schedule and home routine are arranged during the consultation.
Yes, downtime is minimal so most patients travel soon after, and the main work of preventing new comedones happens through your home routine. You receive a written aftercare and product plan, and the team can support your acne treatment follow-up from abroad.
| Acne Extraction | Acne Laser | Topical Routine | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanism | Manual clearing of blocked pores | Light/heat targeting oil glands and texture | Daily actives reducing comedones over time |
| Best for | Existing blackheads and whiteheads | Oil control, redness and acne marks | Preventing new comedones and maintenance |
| Visible change | Immediate, same-day pore clearing | Gradual over sessions | Gradual over weeks to months |
| Pain / comfort | Mild pressure and brief discomfort | Warmth or snapping sensation | Possible dryness or irritation early |
| Downtime | Little; brief redness | Little to short redness | None, aside from adjustment |
| Longevity | Comedones can refill in 2 to 6 weeks | Builds with a course of sessions | Maintained while routine continues |
| Cost context | Consultation-led; depends on extent and session plan | Consultation-led; depends on device and sessions | Consultation-led; depends on products prescribed |
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